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Unity Zanzibar E120 at Kikoboga on Nov 28th 2023, gear problems, gear collapse, runway excursion
A Unity Air Zanzibar Embraer EMB-120, registration 5H-MJH performing a flight from Zanzibar to Kikoboga (Tanzania) with 30 passengers and…
Why is there an altitude limitation on operating the slats/flaps on the A320?
The altitude limitation on operating the slats/flaps of the A320 aircraft exists because Airbus did not conduct tests on the…
Satellite-based landing system
This particular feature allows pilots to execute “straight-in” approaches to airports through the utilization of satellite positioning, even in scenarios…
Fly2Sky A320 at Lagos and Asaba on Nov 26th 2023, aircraft flew to wrong airport
A Fly2Sky Airbus A320-200 on behalf of United Nigeria Airlines, registration LZ-FSA performing flight UN-504 from Lagos to Abuja (Nigeria),…
What is the zero fuel weight of an airplane?
It is the aircraft weight after we subtract the fuel from the equation. So, for instance if the aircraft has…
Why Are Aircraft Landing Gears Tilted?
The main reason why the landing gear of an airliner tilts is to make the aircraft more stable during takeoff…
How safe is the Boeing 737 MAX series?
The B737 Max is probably the safest aircraft in recent history. It has a long production and usage for all…
Side Stick Or Yoke?
Aircraft safety is paramount in all aviation operations. At the same time, airline operators have to look at ergonomics and how they influence pilot…
Can turbulence cause structural failure in airplanes?
Turbulence can cause structural failure in airplanes, but it is very rare. Airplanes are designed to withstand significant turbulence and…
What happens if a door of the aircraft opens during flight?
If a door of an airplane opens during flight, it can be a dangerous situation. The sudden change in cabin…